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Sharad Navratri festival is a nine-day Hindu festival celebrated at the beginning of autumn. Dedicated to 9 manifestations of Durga, it is the most significant of all Navratris. It is a time to celebrate the win of good over evil by fasting, puja and traditional dances.
Here are Sharad Navratri 2025 dates for all nine days alongside the Tithi name and associated Goddess.
Navratri Days (Tithi) | Sharad Navratri 2025 Date & Day | Name Of Navratri Goddess |
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Day 1 Ghatasthapana | 22nd September, Monday | Maa Shailputri |
Day 2 Dwitiya | 23rd September, Tuesday | Maa Brahmacharini |
Day 3 Tritiya | 24th September, Wednesday | Maa Chandraghanta |
Day 4 Chaturthi | 25th September, Thursday | Maa Kushmanda |
Navratri Days (Tithi) | Sharad Navratri 2025 Date & Day | Name Of Navratri Goddess |
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Day 5 Panchami | 26th September, Friday | Maa Skandamata |
Day 6 Shashthi | 27th September, Saturday | Maa Katyayani |
Day 7 Saptami | 28th September, Sunday | Maa Katyayani |
Day 8 Ashtami | 29th September, Monday | Maa MahaGauri or Durga Puja Ashtami |
Day 9 Navami | 30th September, Tuesday | Maa Siddhidatri or Durga Maha Navami Puja |
Day 10 Dashami / Dussehra | 1st October, Wednesday | Navratri Parana/ Visarjan, Vijay Dashmi |
According to the Hindu calendar, Sharad Navratri occurs in the lunar month of Ashwin (Sept-Oct) and has Dussehra or Vijayadashmi on the 10th day. The significance of Sharad Navratri lies in 3 important events. They are - Maa Durga’s 9-day combat against demon Mahishasura, Durga Puja and the win of Lord Rama over Ravana.
Devotees, especially Gujaratis, celebrate Shardiya Navratri with Garba and Dandiya dancing and singing folklore all night. Women, especially, in Maharashtra, Gujarat and West Bengal wear different colors each day. These colors are based on the position of planets during the nine days.
The Sharad Navratri rituals are highly regarded throughout the nine days to please Maa Durga who also takes care of the planetary positions in our birth chart. Here is the nine-day Puja Vidhi of Sharad Navratri Festival step-wise.
Sharad Navratri festival, a nine-night festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, offers unique benefits for each zodiac sign. Here's how individuals can utilise its energies:
This Shardiya Navratri, Aries may find opportunities for marriage and favorable outcomes in love. It's also an auspicious time for health improvements and financial gains. Brahmacharini Puja on day 2 and Katyayani Puja on day 7 will be especially lucky for them.
Taurus might experience success in career and business ventures during this Sharad Navratri festival. It's a favorable period for financial investments and improving stability. Kalaratri Puja on day 8 (Durga Ashtami) will bring them luck.
This Navratri brings inner peace and harmony to Geminis. This period encourages self-reflection and spiritual growth, aiding in mental clarity and balance. Praying to Maa Kushmanda on day 4 and Maa Skandamata on day 6 will be highly beneficial.
Cancerians may encounter new opportunities for personal growth during Navratri. It's an auspicious time to pursue creative interests and hobbies. Moreover, the day of Shailputri Puja on day 1 will mark positive outcomes for them.
Leos might see increased progress in their careers during Sharad Navratri. Networking and forming new connections are particularly favored. Performing Katyayani Puja on day 7 will prove lucky for Leo people.
Shardiya Navratri offers Virgos success in educational pursuits and intellectual growth. Exploring new ideas and concepts can lead to significant personal development. Maa Skandamata Puja on day 5 of this festival will bring great blessings to them.
Libras may experience financial stability during Sharad Navratri festival. It's a suitable time for making important financial decisions and investments. Perform Mahagauri Puja on day 8 and Chandraghanta Puja on day 3 for fruitful results.
Shardiya Navratri provides Scorpios with opportunities for spiritual growth and enlightenment. Engaging in self-study can lead to deep realisations. The second day of Sharad (Brahmacharini Puja) will be lucky for them.
Sagittarians might find success in career and business ventures during Navratri. Networking and building professional connections are beneficial. Participate in Chandraghanta Puja on day 3, especially to achieve positive results for your future goals.
Sharad Navratri brings new opportunities of personal growth for Capricorns. Pursuing creative interests during this time can lead to peace of mind. The Skandamata Puja on day 6 is particularly auspicious for you.
Aquarians may experience increased spiritual awareness during Sharad Navratri. Focusing on personal growth and self-improvement is highly favored. They should particularly be active during Chandraghanta Puja on day 3 for Devi’s favours.
Pisceans might find success in achieving their career goals during Shardiya Navratri. Networking can lead to significant progress, but avoid ill will and negative thoughts. Participating in Durga Puja on day 8 of Sharad will be auspicious for you.
The story behind Shardiya Navratri festival explains why we celebrate the victory of good over evil and the rise of goodness in the darkest of nights. Devotees highly regard these stories in aarti and mantras.
The legend of Sharad Navratri revolves around Goddess Durga's fierce battle with Mahishasura, a powerful demon who terrorised the heavens. After nine days of intense combat, she defeated him on the tenth day, signifying the victory of good over evil. This day is celebrated as Vijayadashami.
Another legend states that Lord Rama worshipped Goddess Durga during Sharad Navratri to gain her blessings before his battle against Ravana. His victory in Lanka reinforced the power of divine grace–Maa Durga.
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